Gingerbread - Slimmed Recipe

Name: Gingerbread - Slimmed
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable cooking spray; 1 cup applesauce; 1/2 cup light buttermilk; 1 cup dark molasses; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar; 2 large eggs, beaten; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 tablespoon ground ginger; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon fine salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 cup water; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; Serving suggestion: Yogurt Sauce, recipe follows; Yogurt Sauce; 1 1/2 cups plain low-fat yogurt; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

Vegetable cooking spray
1 cup applesauce
1/2 cup light buttermilk
1 cup dark molasses
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Serving suggestion: Yogurt Sauce, recipe follows
Yogurt Sauce
1 1/2 cups plain low-fat yogurt
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly spray a 9 by 13 by 2-inch cake pan with cooking spray.
2
Line the pan with parchment or waxed paper.
3
Whisk together the applesauce, buttermilk, molasses, and sugar in a medium bowl.
4
Add the eggs and whisk until smooth.
5
Whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, salt, cloves, and allspice together in a large bowl.
6
Add the molasses mixture into the flour mixture and whisk until combined.
7
Bring the water and butter to a boil in a small saucepan.
8
Add the hot liquid to the batter, and whisk until just combined.
9
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
10
Bake the cake in the center of the oven, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
11
Cool the cake in the pan on a rack.
12
Cut into 12 squares and serve with the yogurt sauce.
13
Line a strainer with cheesecloth or a coffee filter and set over a small bowl.
14
Stir the yogurt, and put it in the strainer.
15
Set aside at room temperature to drain and thicken, about 30 minutes.
16
Discard the excess liquid.
17
In a small bowl, combine the thickened yogurt with the sugar.
18
Serve.
19
Total calories: 26 Total fat: 0.2 grams Saturated fat: 0 grams Carbohydrates: 5.18 grams

925

kcal

Calories

Fat

125

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vegetable cooking spray, 1 cup applesauce, 1/2 cup light buttermilk, 1 cup dark molasses, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread - Slimmed falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gingerbread - Slimmed

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Variations & substitutions

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